How should a driver brake when the brakes suddenly fail during high-speed driving?
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When the steering mechanism of a motor vehicle suddenly fails during high-speed driving, if the road conditions ahead allow for straight-line driving, quickly turn on the hazard warning flashers. This is an action that requires practice to complete, downshift to 2nd or 3rd gear. Slowly pull up the handbrake, but do not pull it all the way, as locking the rear wheels will cause the vehicle to skid, leading to a more severe accident. Hold the steering wheel firmly, seize every opportunity to slow down, and do not depress the clutch after successfully downshifting.